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PAR-APS21-FY24: U.S. Embassy Paramaribo PAS Annual Program Statement

Closed Closed June 1, 2024 Opportunity PAR-APS21-FY24 ☆ Save

This grant is closed. A newer notice from the same program is open now: Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) (OFOP0002825). Status: Closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left). It is in our archive of U.S. Mission to Suriname notices from 2024.

• Award ceiling$10,000
• Award floor$5,000
• Total funding$15,000
• Expected awards3
• Cost sharingNot required
• Funding typeGrant

Key dates

Who can apply

This opportunity was open to the applicants described in the notice.

• Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Surinamese: Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience; Individuals; Non-profit or governmental educational institutions; Governmental institutions

Is this a realistic fit?

• Past Public Diplomacy Programs awards averaged $26,570; this notice allows up to $10,000 per award.
• No cost sharing or match is required.

What the grant funds

PAS Paramaribo invites proposals from NGOs, individuals and government educational institutions for programs that contribute to the improvement of social, economic or environmental conditions in Suriname and which further one or more of the priorities listed below. All programs must include a connection with American cultural element(s), expert(s), organization(s) or institution(s) that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy, culture, and perspectives. Priority Program Areas Strengthening democracy – Promoting civic involvement, free and fair elections, or democratic governance at the local or national level in a non-partisan manner. Addressing climate change and environmental education – Nurturing efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change and reduce food and water insecurity, particularly among underserved and vulnerable populations. Limiting Corruption - Supporting efforts to counter or prevent corruption in business or government, including efforts to develop greater fiscal transparency, enhance the rule of law, and/or protect intellectual property rights. Supporting a free and expressive media environment – Strengthening the professionalism of the media and/or advancing media literacy within the population. Advancing diversity, equality, inclusion, and accessibility for all marginalized communities – Addressing issues involving ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical disabilities, and/or indigenous and tribal communities. Promoting academic linkages – Creating programs or exchanges designed to increase college and university professional linkages between the U.S. and Suriname, especially with community colleges and technical schools. Empowering women – Creating programs focused on the mentorship of women entrepreneurs and/or supporting women’s increased participation in civil society. Developing Alumni — Supporting programs led by, supported by, or involving the Suriname American Alumni Association, its members, or alumni of U.S. exchange programs. Enhancing agricultural production — Supporting efforts that advance understanding of modern agricultural practices and expanding entrepreneurship skills with the goal of increasing exports to U.S. and EU markets. Supporting cultural exchange — Hosting cultural performances, artistic workshops, trainings, and exhibitions that highlight the deep and ongoing ties between the United States and Suriname and our shared democratic values.

Category: Other.

Applying now

This notice no longer takes applications. Apply under the newer notice, OFOP0002825, which is open now.

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